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![]() Wilmington's Historic Architecture Walking TourEnjoy a leisurely stroll amidst a plethora of 18th, 19th and early 20th century buildings which exemplify Wilmington's very rich architectural history. Stylistic interpretations include Greek, Gothic, and Italianate Revivals, plus hybrids of Classical Revivals and early skyscrapers detailed as classical base, shafts and entablatures, and richly adorned with classical frieze treatments. Call 910.619.4619; or bernhard1848@gmail.com to schedule your 1.5 hour tour. Group tours are $225 up to 3 persons age 14-up; each additional $30. Custom individual tours are available upon request. Experience the Historic Past with our"Civil War Wilmington Walking Tours"Only From CFHIPhone 910.619.4619 Learn of Wilmingtonian's viewpoints during the secession crisis of 1860-1861, local centers of secession spirit like Louis Erambert's pharmacy; Unionist spirit and sentiment; seizures of local forts by militia in 1861, the fortification of Wilmington after war began, Wilmington's defenses, site of Rose Greenhow's funeral, Cape Fear District headquarters, ironclad construction and launch sites, and the battle for Wilmington in 1865. We utilize visual aids to include historic images and original sketches of historic buildings to show Wilmington "as it was" circa 1865. Civil War Tours are priced same as architectural tours. Fort Fisher tours are also available, call for pricing.
This unique tour is well-prepared for those wishing an in-depth and scholarly view of Wilmington history of this era, and far more than a supericial walk through Wilmington's Historic District. Walking Tours begin at the foot of Market Street Private, personalized, in-depth tours available on request, also step-on services, please call for pricing.
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